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Overview
Benchmarking and Research will undertake a range of research activities that will:
- measure the uptake and impact of e-learning among target markets in the VET sector
- inform the development of new policy directions and future Australian Flexible Learning Framework (Framework) activities
- investigate emerging technologies and their application in the vocational education and training (VET) sector
- provide an understanding of the needs of various market segments in the VET sector
Research into the uptake and impact of e-learning will build on previous benchmarking activities, with a particular focus on measuring demand for e-learning, from both business and individuals. It will also be expanded to include measurement of:
- recognition of learning outside formal learning structures
- choice for learners via non-classroom based learning
- engagement of disengaged learners
Where relevant, research will be communicated in terms of outcomes for clients, and in ways that engage audiences and support the further uptake and integration of e-learning.
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Research Opportunities
The what matters series, developed by the Framework's Benchmarking and Research business activity, is used to publicise key findings from research undertaken by the Framework.
Read the latest what matters pamphlets, produced in 2007 and 2008:
Previous Framework what matters pamphlets, produced in 2005 and 2006, are also available:
Objectives
- Provide qualitative data and case studies to communicate the success stories of the uptake of e-learning in VET
- Employ strategies for increasing the uptake of e-learning that are based on a solid understanding of the needs of various market segments
- Support organisations in the uptake and implementation of benchmarking as a means of supporting the quality of uptake of e-learning across VET
- Provide input into Framework activities over the next four years as well as future Framework strategies
- Provide dedicated resources for the provision of policy advice to and on behalf of the Framework
- To ensure Framework activities and policies incorporate the latest thinking and technology
Outcomes
- Annual reports on the uptake and impact of e-learning, including:
- analysis of quantitative and qualitative data
- production of case studies of success stories in e-learning
- a final report including high-level analysis of the uptake of e-learning in VET over 2008
- Increased understanding of the uptake and impact of e-learning, informing future directions in e-learning
- Increased use of, and demand for, e-learning approaches
- Framework policies and activities are informed by appropriate, up-to-date research
- The benefits of emerging learning technologies are identified and promoted
- There is VET sector confidence in the range of information and support available for e-learning
Performance Indicators
- A set of commissioned research and policy briefing papers to inform FLAG, Framework personnel and the wider VET sector
- Provision of evidence through research, to support FLAG to advocate on a range of positions relating to regulatory and quality delivery of e-learning
- Wide dissemination of research findings, including the outcomes of the 2007 e-learning benchmarking survey
- Work collaboratively across Framework projects and programs to capture the value of e-learning against the Framework strategic
goals, DEEWR priorities and other Commonwealth priorities
Latest Research
Read An investigation of the enablers and barriers to industry uptake of e-learning: Small business which examines the current status of e-learning in small business, barriers to the increased use of e-learning solutions and the potential for increased uptake of e-learning by small businesses.
An investigation of the enablers and barriers to industry uptake of e-learning:
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Small Business Final Report 889 Kb
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Small Business Case Studies 253 Kb
